Mavis Staples

Biography

Mavis Staples is an iconic American singer whose deep, husky voice has made her a pillar of gospel, soul, and R&B music for over seven decades. She first gained fame in the 1950s as the lead vocalist of her family group, *The Staple Singers*, who became voices of the Civil Rights Movement with message songs like 'Respect Yourself'. Launching her solo career in 1969, she has worked with legendary artists like *Prince* and *Bob Dylan*. Her 21st-century career resurgence on the #ANTI-# label, with acclaimed albums like the *Jeff Tweedy*-produced 'You Are Not Alone', has earned her Grammy Awards and cemented her legacy as an enduring and influential artist.